The small rhomboid muscle is located in the lower part of the nuchal region and is covered by the trapezius muscle; it originates from the spinous processes of the 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae is inserted on the medial margin of the scapula at the level of the root of the spine. It has the same function as the large rhomboid muscle: it makes the scapula adhere closely to the chest, elevates it, rotates it internally and gives it.
It is innervated by the dorsal nerve of the scapula (C5)
| ORIGIN From the spinous processes of the 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae |  |
| INSERTION Medial margin of the scapula | |
| ACTION It makes the scapula adhere closely to the chest, elevates it, rotates it internally and gives it | |
| INNERVATION Dorsal nerve of the scapula (C5) |
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